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Man who sexually abused three underage girls released from jail

Regan Burrell has been paroled but will be banned from entering Dunedin until mid-2025.PHOTO: ROB...

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Man who sexually abused three underage girls released from jail

An Otago man who sexually abused three underage girls — one of whom he blackmailed — has been released from prison.

Southern leaders meet Reti, Simmonds about hospital plans

Jules Radich says the government may have to open its purse strings if it wants to deliver the new Dunedin hospital as promised.

Otago prof's likeness used in deep fake vid

Prof Sir Jim Mann. Photo: Sharron Bennett

'Highly distressing': Otago prof's likeness used in deep fake vid

The University of Otago says it is concerned about a deep fake video and false online story featuring one of its leading endocrinologists.

Proposed dog bylaw change opposed

Woodside Glen neighbour Ray Beardsmore says he is disappointed by the council’s proposal to allow...

Proposed dog bylaw change opposed

An Outram resident who was menaced by an off-leash dog says a proposed bylaw change is a step in the wrong direction.

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Otago fan wants to complete collection

Otago rugby great and former All Black Jeff Wilson (left) gives his signed Highlanders jersey to...

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Otago fan wants to complete collection

Dylan Booth will never forget his 5th birthday.

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Report on rates glitch requested

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Report on rates glitch requested

Otago Regional Council staff will report to councillors why nearly 15,000 people received incorrect rates demands this year and whether the chief executive’s handling of the matter was appropriate.

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Flooding issues at choke point bridge no easy fix: engineer

The area was flooded last month before an excavator cleared some gravel. PHOTO: STEVE GOODLASS

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Flooding issues at choke point bridge no easy fix: engineer

Fixing a well-known flooding problem spot in Middlemarch needs to happen but is less straightforward than it may appear, a Dunedin City Council engineer says.

Heavy rain warning for parts of South

Whoever is doing the rain dance, could you please stop now. More heavy rain is expected to hit the southern regions on Friday.

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Gorge corridor options to be considered

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Gorge corridor options to be considered

Trains and bicycles could one day share the Taieri Gorge corridor, community advocates believe.

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Prisoners’ jail terms extended

Shane Tonga has been involved in four violent incidents since he was imprisoned in 2016. PHOTOS:...

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Prisoners’ jail terms extended

Two Otago prisoners have had their stay behind bars extended after they inflicted more than 40 blows on another inmate.

One injured after car hit pole

One injured after car hit pole

Emergency service crews attend a crash in Old Brighton Rd, Fairfield, yesterday after a car hit a power pole, bringing down lines and starting a small fire.

Substation foundations under way

Substation foundations under way

The Smith St substation has been demolished and work has begun on the foundations for its replacement.

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Jail for Dunedin man who mistreated dogs

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Jail for Dunedin man who mistreated dogs

A dog owner who aggressively berated his pets needs to be "better trained himself", a judge says.

Dancing the dream in good company

St Clair School pupil Zengning Guo, also known as YoYo, will perform with the Royal New Zealand...

Dancing the dream in good company

A young Dunedin ballet dancer has got another dream opportunity to take to the stage.

Mayor hopeful southern delegation will make impact

Dr Shane Retil. PHOTO: GREGOR RICHARDSON

Mayor hopeful southern delegation will make impact

Dunedin Mayor Jules Radich is hopeful the govt is doing everything it can to deliver the new Dunedin hospital as promised ahead of a crucial meeting with the Health Minister today.